Alexandria Governorate facts for kids
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The Alexandria Governorate (which means 'province' or 'region') is an important part of Egypt. Its name in Arabic is Arabic: محافظة الإسكندرية (Muḥāfẓet El Eskenderiya).
The main city in this area is Alexandria. This city was once the capital of Egypt a long time ago. Later, a city called Fustat was built, which grew into what we now know as Cairo. Today, the Alexandria Governorate is the second most important region in Egypt, right after the Cairo Governorate.
You can find it on the northern coast of Egypt, right next to the Mediterranean Sea. It has one of the busiest and most important harbours (ports) in all of Egypt.
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Exploring Alexandria: History and Fun
Alexandria has a very rich and interesting past. Many different cultures have lived here over hundreds of years. This means the city has lots of amazing historic places and old monuments to see.
Famous Monuments to Visit
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina: This is a huge, modern library built near where the ancient Library of Alexandria once stood.
- Citadel of Qaitbay: A strong fort built right on the coast.
- Graeco-Roman Museum: A museum filled with artifacts from when the Greeks and Romans ruled Egypt.
- Alexandria National Museum: Shows the history of Alexandria from ancient times to today.
- Royal Jewelry Museum: Displays beautiful jewelry that belonged to Egypt's royal families.
- Serapeum Temple: An ancient temple dedicated to the god Serapis.
- Pompey's Pillar: A very tall Roman column that stands out in the city.
- Roman Amphitheatre: An old open-air theatre where people used to watch performances.
- Lighthouse of Alexandria: One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, though only its ruins remain.
Beautiful Gardens to Relax In
- Al Montaza Gardens: Large, beautiful gardens with palaces.
- Al Shallalat Gardens: Peaceful gardens with waterfalls.
- Antoniadis Garden: A historic garden with statues and fountains.
- El-Nozha Garden: A popular park for families.
- International Park of Alexandria: A large park with different themed areas.
Learning in Alexandria
The Alexandria Governorate follows the Egyptian school system. It has many public schools and universities.
Top Learning Places
- Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Alexandria Library): Not just a library, but also a center for culture and learning.
- Alexandria University: A large and well-known university.
- Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport: Focuses on science, technology, and sea-related studies.
- Egypt-Japan University of Science and Technology: A university in New Borg El Arab city, built with help from Japan.
- The City of Scientific Research and Technological Applications: A place for advanced studies and new inventions.
- Pharos University: Another important university in Alexandria.
Sports in Alexandria
The most popular sport in Alexandria Governorate is football (soccer). The region has three main stadiums where games are played:
- Borg El Arab Stadium
- Alexandria Stadium
- Haras El-Hedoud Stadium
Getting Around Alexandria
Alexandria is a major hub for travel and trade.
Important Ports
- Alexandria Port: The main and largest port in the city.
- Al Dekheila Port: The second largest port in the Alexandria Governorate.
- Abu Qir Port: Another significant port.
- Eastern Port: One of the oldest ports, built around 2000 B.C. in a village called Racoda.
Train and Tram Services
- Alexandria Tram: An old and charming tram system that runs through the city.
- Alexandria Railways: Connects Alexandria to other parts of Egypt by train.
Airports
Alexandria Governorate has two international airports for air travel:
- Borg El Arab Airport
See also
In Spanish: Gobernación de Alejandría para niños
